Attractions & guided tours

Topkapi and Dolmabahce Palaces Skip-the-Line Ticket

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£92.00

Free cancellation

Language: English

Mobile voucher accepted

Duration: Flexible

Instant confirmation

Skip the line

Entrance fees included

Tour with Audioguide

E-Voucher

Why you’ll love this…

Experience the grandeur of Istanbul's two magnificent palaces
Gain seamless access to the history of the Ottoman Empire
Explore Topkapi Palace, the heart of the Ottoman Empire for over four centuries
Discover Dolmabahce Palace, a striking blend of Ottoman and European styles
Marvel at the world’s largest collection of Baccarat and Bohemian chandeliers at Dolmabahce Palace

What to expect

Go on a memorable journey through the grandeur of Istanbul's two magnificent palaces, Topkapi Palace Museum and Dolmabahce Palace Museum. With the skip-the-line combo ticket, you'll gain seamless access to the history and architectural beauty of the Ottoman Empire without the inconvenience of long ticket queues.

Meander through Topkapi Palace grand courtyards and lavish chambers, including the intriguing Harem section. The skip-the-line ticket allows you to bypass the crowds and explore at your own pace, following a brief introduction from the guide.

Discover Dolmabahce Palace, a striking example of 19th-century architecture that harmoniously blends Ottoman and European styles. Be awed by its grand halls and the world’s largest collection of Baccarat and Bohemian chandeliers. The skip-the-line online QR ticket grants direct access to both the palace and its exclusive Harem section, enabling you to explore freely.

What's included

Guided tour
Audio guide
Skip-the-line tickets

Where

Sultan III. Ahmet Çeşmesi, Cankurtaran, Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye

Meeting point:

To enter the Topkapi Palace, please meet your guide in front of the Fountain of Sultan Ahmed III at least 15 minutes before your tour starts. Your guide will be holding a white flag with the Istanbul Tourist Pass® and istanbul.com logos, and will walk with you to the Topkapi Palace entrance.

What to remember

Know in advance:

You can visit the two locations any time you want during the opening hours on the day of the booking
After booking, you'll receive your entry ticket QR ticket via a separate e-mail from the local operator
The QR ticket will only be visible when in proximity to the venue. You'll need an internet connection on your smartphone to retrieve your QR ticket
Children will be asked to present their valid passports at the entrance of the museums in order to validate their age
All visitors must go through the security check at the entrances
Due to the limited capacity of the location, you might wait in queue to enter even with the skip-the-line ticket
To enter the Topkapi Palace, you must take part in the guided tour operated as Hosted Entry. Reservations are not required. The guide will provide a 20-minute introduction and then accompany you inside the palace. Once inside, you can explore the palace on your own until 5:00pm
Topkapi Palace tours take place daily (except Tuesday) at 09:30, 10:30, 11:30, 13:30, 14:30, and 15:30. Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays
Dolmabahce Palace is closed on Mondays. Ppen during official opening hours on other days
Visit the venues' official websites for up-to-date opening hours

Provider

City Berry Tourism

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

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